Author: Neha Sharma

CBDT has notified ITR forms 1–7, ITR-V and ITR-U for AY 2026–27. Learn which ITR form you should use based on your income and status, and the due dates for filing.

From the new Income Tax Act and zero tax up to ₹12 lakh, to salary structure changes, stricter PAN rules, new TCS rates, higher banking charges and tougher train cancellation rules – here are 10 key money changes from April 1, 2026 and what they mean for your finances.

Your parents may have built a solid mutual fund corpus—but how they withdraw it can quietly destroy or protect their retirement. Understand IDCW vs SWP in simple terms, with examples, tables and visual explanations.

Discover how India’s $130 billion wedding industry (set to reach $290 billion by 2030) drives consumer spending, creates employment, and powers quarterly GDP growth.

Learn how tax-loss and tax-gain harvesting can reduce your tax liability before March 31. A complete guide with examples, strategies, and tips for investors.

Start retirement planning in your 20s! Learn about compounding, savings options, and creating a plan for a secure financial future.

Band, Baaja, Baarat & Economy: India’s Wedding Boom The glittering lehengas, the choreographed sangeet routines, the sparkling jewellery, the exotic destination weddings, all of it feels lavish, festive and deeply traditional. But behind the shahi exterior lies a powerful economic undercurrent: India’s weddings are not just personal celebrations, they’re a business phenomenon. From the caterer and florist to the hotel and jewellery showroom, hundreds of millions of rupees flow with every baraat. The “industry behind the ritual” has become a staple in India’s consumption narrative. This article explores: the size and growth of India’s wedding economy; the shifting trends and…

🌍 Introduction: When a Tax Cut Became a Turning Point When India’s GST Council announced a complete exemption of GST on individual health and life insurance premiums in September 2025, most headlines were short and technical. But within weeks, something unexpected happened. Insurance offices were flooded, online policy sales soared, and the long-ignored health cover segment turned into India’s newest financial frenzy. The 18% GST that once inflated premiums vanished overnight, and with it disappeared one of the biggest psychological and economic barriers to buying insurance. 💡 The Policy That Changed the Game On 22 September 2025, the GST Council…

Men and women approach investing differently. Explore how behavior, risk, psychology, and social factors shape stock market outcomes for both.

Explore the impact and expectations of India’s new labor code reforms on investors and industries, including key takeaways and implications for economic growth.